One Pan Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchilada Skillet - the perfect easy to make vegetarian dinner. This is a lazy girl (or guy) enchilada recipe. There is no cleaning multiple pans for this recipe as it is made in one skillet.
I love sweet potatoes. For more yummy sweet potato recipes try my mediterranean sweet potato nachos or my harissa sweet potato pasta.
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Why you'll love this recipe
It is easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes.
The black beans and quinoa make this recipe high in plant protein.
It is vegetarian, gluten free and can be made vegan.
Ingredients for healthy mashed potatoes
- onion
- garlic
- sweet potato
- salsa
- enchilada sauce
- cumin
- paprika
- chili powder
- black beans
- quinoa
- cilantro
- tortillas
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- black beans - Pinto beans are a good sub.
- cilantro - Parsley would be a good sub here.
- enchilada sauce - This can be subbed with more salsa.
- sweet potato - This can be subbed with butternut squash.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cook sweet potatoes.
Add black beans and quinoa and cook more.
Add cheese and tortillas and cook.
Serve and enjoy.
Storage instructions
You can store the extra enchilada skillet in a sealed container in your fridge for upt o 3 days.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Use a good quality cheese for the best tasting enchilada skillet.
Sweet potatoes can be difficult to get fully cooked, make sure to test them to make sure they are cooked. If needed add the lid to the skillet and cook for a few extra minutes.
Recipe FAQS
Yes! Quinoa is gluten free.
Yes! They are full of fiber and minerals.
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One Pan Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchilada Skillet
Ingredients
- ½ onion - finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 small sweet potato- diced
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 8-10 ounce package enchilada sauce
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 can black beans - drained
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 bunch cilantro - finely chopped
- 3-4 small tortillas - halved and cut into strips
- ½-3/4 cup shredded or grated cheese of choice
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add sweet potatoes, spices, salsa, cilantro and enchilada sauce. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add black beans and quinoa. Stir to combine and cook for 5 more minutes or until sweet potatoes are completely softened.
- Add tortilla strips and mix to combine. Top with cheese and cover pan and cook for about 3 more minutes, until cheese is melted.
Kara Anderson says
We've made this many times in our house -- love it!
Kristi says
Thank you Kara!
Kim says
Was a hit with my husband who typically groans at the mention of vegetables and always cries if there's no meat. He thoroughly enjoyed two portions. Excellent recipe!
Kristi says
Thank you Kim!!